Bar Karate - The Sailing Podcast

Published 11 October 2026 For the first time in a long time we had the whole team together, so I decided to just do a catch up episode. And you are welcome. Having the whole team together has led to an hilarious episode. So much fun. You are welcome. Enjoy!! disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #...

Published 4 October 2026 Peter Gibbons-Neff of PGN Racing has launched a new toy, a new proto mini. Pete is targeting the 2027 Mini Transat and has gone all out, building a new Sam Manuard full foiling design with scow bow, rotating wing mast and a deck sweeping main. There was plenty here that piqued our interest, so we got Pete on to chat about the boat and the programme. Enjoy. #pgnoceanracing #minitransat #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #b...

Published 27 September 2026 This episode will change your world. We talk to Tony Sparks and Sam Cray from Vortex Marine about their Scout device. If you sail a keelboat this episode will change your World. #vortexmarineofficial #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yachts #saillife #instay...

Published 13 September 2026 This week we chat to the winner of the most important sailing event in the World, the 505 World Championships. Our guest is Felix Brokerhoff, who together with Jan-Philipp Hofmann were the standout team at this years event. They won the regatta with two races to spare. So we asked Felix about the journey. Enjoy. #international505sailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #s...

Published 6 September 2026 This week we chat to SailGP's Chief Umpire Craig Mitchell. Craig has had an amazing career in sailing - Organiser and Chief Umpire - Extreme Sailing Series, Racing Director M32 World Match Racing Tour, Tour Director WMRT, AC Umpire 32, 34 and 35th editions and now he is the voice you hear when there is a rule infringement during Sail GP. Craig has a great passion for our sport. You will enjoy this chat. #sailgp #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barka...

Published 30 August 2026 The 50th Australian Championships for the Wally Windsurfers sold out all 200 of their entry slots in 48 hours this week. In a time when are sport is struggling, we decided to check back in with Nick Bez and learn what they are doing. If you love our sport and want it to grow you need to listen to this episode. Enjoy! #windsurferclass #windsurfing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingoffi...

Published 23 August 2026 This week we chat to some young up and coming Australian sailing talent. Mina and Jack Ferguson and India Gilbert. We always enjoy seeing the World from the youth view. And this ep was no different. The three sailors are very close, so there was a lot of fun and laughs with this episode. We really enjoyed it and we are sure you will as well. Enjoy! @nyyc_regattas #austsail #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconv...

Published 16 August 2026 Finally, we chat to the owner of a top ocean racing campaign. Our guest the week is Jon Desmond the owner of the PAC 52 Final Final which is the blue boat that has been campaigning in the Caribbean and Europe, including the Admirals Cup and most recently the Aegean 600. Jon grew up as part of a multi-generational sailing family, has been sailing all his life and with his family is passionate for the sport. We spoke to him as he had just come off the water from sailing...

Published 9 August 2026 This is a brilliant episode, one you will want to share with every teacher and parent you know. If you are neither of those, you will enjoy it the way I did, just imagining how much fun school could have been. We were joined by Malcolm Page CEO Australian Sailing and Jess Lundh, former Australian Sailing Team member who is also an Environmental Scientist and certified teacher. We talk SailLAB, a free STEM education program that uses sailing to teach science, technology...

Published 2 August 2026 We may have been missing for a few weeks, but we are making up for it with this episode. With the Ocean Race Atlantic 30 days from the start, we get back in touch with Cole Brauer from Team Malizia to finish up our discussion with her. And it is an absolute riot. Cole loves to tell stories and she has some good ones. Even your non-sailing friends will love this ep. Enjoy. #colebraueroceanracing #teammalizia #theoceanrace #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition...

Published 12 July 2026 For a week where I thought there was no chance of pulling an ep' together we have pulled out a beauty. A game changer for many sailors even. We discuss safety and how to approach it with John Schafer from the Ministry of Sailing. John has just released a book called "Safety is Second - Sailing Leadership, Teamwork & Risk Assessments Come First". We also cross live to the Pac Cup and go onboard Shake and Bake as it races across the Pacific. There is plenty to interes...

Published 5 July 2026 This week we are all about the Race to Alaska (R2AK). We chat to race winners, Northbound Nutters. We have always thought the R2AK was a pretty crazy race and we followed it with interest. After this chat however, we realise how crazy it is. And for those competitors still going who are listening to this, mad respect, stay safe. This was one of my favourite discussions. Enjoy it! #racetoalaska #northboundnutters #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate...

Published 28 June 2026 Part of the DMG Mori sailing team, Arisa is keying up to sail the Ocean Race Atlantic starting 1 September. If you want to hear a story of focus and determination, this is the one for you. We were each blown away at Arisa's determination. Plus there is plenty of fun as per usual. Enjoy! #sailingteamdmgmori #theoceanrace #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #s...

Published 21 June 2026 This week we chat to Sven Runow commodore of the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club. Apart from an illustrious offshore career, Sven is now the commodore of the iconic 'Eddies' Yacht Club which is the club behind Australia's challenge for the Americas Cup. We talk cup, the club, some offshore stuff and the classic yachting scene. Lots of fun. #teamaustraliachallenge #royalprinceedwardyachtclub #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast ...

Published 14 June 2026 This week, we dive back into the ratings discussion. This time we talk to an expert, Australian Sailing's Ratings Manager, Chris Zonca. We wanted to ask all the key questions any yacht owner should ask. In reality we only scratched the surface. Regardless, it was a very interesting discussion. Plus there was plenty of fun to be had. Enjoy! #australiansailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worlds...

Published 7 June 2026 This week, 3 time Olympian Karyn Gojnich - Coach, Director, Mentor, Olympian. Champion sailor, Karyn live the ethos of bringing people into our sport. She gives so much time and energy to growing our sport, whilst enjoying her own sailing as well. Karyn will be leading a team from Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron at New York Yacht Clubs International Women's Championship. Her Ladies of the Sea team, (https://www.facebook.com/LOTSladiesofthesea) one of 20 teams invited from ar...

Published 31 May 2026 This week three mates chatting. it is a very good ep. Very funny, very informative. #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yachts #saillife #instayacht #sailingblog #instasail

Published 17 May 2026 This week we talk to Swiss sailing legend Nathalie Brugger. 3 Olympics, AC40 helm at the last Cup and now part of the Alinghi sailing team at this AC. Nathalie is an awesome person who is incredibly positive, talented and fun. Her and J are good friends and she has no fear in putting him in his place. It is a cool ep. #americascup #nat_brugger_sailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingof...

Published 10 May 2026 This week we bring in the super sub and chat to them so you can know what to expect. Bicey has plenty on, so the addition of a super sub we feel will make the show stronger. Our new super sub is right at the front of the pro fleet racing everything from Cape 31's to Ultim's. They also bring a strong Banter game. For us it was a no brainer who to offer the role to and thankfully they were super keen to become part of the team. #womenracingaus #finalfinalracing #disrupta_ ...

Published 3 May 2026 This week Olympian and current Australian Sailor of the year Zoe Thomson. Zoe is a determined, confident sailor right at the top of the game. She exudes calm and it is working for her. She is from Western Australia, a place that is producing some of the best talent in the World in the ILCA class. We chat to her about her journey and we ask what is so special in the West. Its another fun chat. Enjoy! #austsailing #zoeethomson #ilca_saiing #olympics #505_class #disrupta_ #v...

Published 26 April 2026 It's Anzac Day in Oz and NZ this weekend. So we decided to reach out to who we believe to be the most successful sailor in Australia's defence forces, Rick Longbottom. Rick has been a standout sailor for a generation and a member of the Australian Navy. We wanted to hear what his sailing life has been like. And like any navy person, he is good with a story. You will enjoy this chat. #adfsailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast...

Published 19 April 2026 This week a young talent that is going places, German, (Maltese) 49er sailor Richard Schultheis. Richard has had brilliant results throughout his young career and he continues to improve. He is now focussed on making the Olympics and listening to him talk you just don't doubt he will. Have a listen and see what you think. #flyin_boat #49ersailing #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingoffic...

Published 12 April 2026 This week we talk to Emil Järudd. Emil is an F18 World Champion and 2 time Olympian for Sweden in the Nacra 17 class. He and his crew Hanna Jonssen won the Nacra event at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia regatta so their form is hot as the European season kicks off. Another classic BK ep with Emil providing some fantastic insights. #nacra17sailing #emiljarudd #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worlds...

Published 29 March 2026 This week we are back in the skiff World. This time 16' skiffs, celebrating the performance of women in that class. We speak to Zoe Dransfield, one of the women at the front of the fleet that contains gold medallists and World champions. Zoe has a pretty cool story, especially with her introduction to the sport. It is a fun chat. We also provide a Caribbean summary and welcome back an old friend. #aussieskiffs #manlyskiff #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutritio...

Published 22 March 2026 One of the bucket list items the three of us have is to race to Hawaii. Bicey has done it and BP is about to do it. The Pac Cup gets underway July 6. And to find out what it's about and what race secrets there are, we spoke to Bob Hinden, a 5 time competitor and Commodore of the Pacific Cup Yacht Club, organisers of the race. So if you also dream of completing a race to Hawaii, this ep is for you. Enjoy! #paccuprace #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #bar...

Published 16 March 2026 This week we check back in on the 18s' straight after presentation night, post the JJ's. We spoke to Emma Rankin, skipper of the Club Marine. Emma is a lot of fun to talk to and she goes hard in her sailing. She has achieved plenty in her sailing career already and this conversation is a ripper. We also catch up with Harvey Hillary from the Bar Karate team. It is an 18 fest and it is a lot of fun. Enjoy. #18skiff #clubmarine_insurance #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #...

Published 8 March 2026 It's the JJ's, the 18 skiff World Champs. For the next 10 days all your viewing pleasure is sorted as the annual battle to see which is the best sailed 18 skiff in the World takes place on Sydney Harbour. To add to your viewing pleasure and give you all the information you need, we speak to three people. 18' League President Simon Nearn. Member of the winning team for the last 2 years and current favourites, Fang Warren from Yandoo. And we speak to Harvey Hillary, from ...

Published 22 February 2026 This week we chat to Will McKenzie. A bloke who has done plenty of sailing including with both BP and Bice. But he spends most of his time these days as shore crew for the Bonds Flying Roos as part of SailGP. Will takes us inside life behind the scenes. He provides plenty of detail about the boats and the setup. If you are a fan of SailGP or looking to find your own path to the pros' this Ep is for you. #bondsflyingroos #sailgp #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radi...

Published 15 February 2026 Our 350th episode, so we talk to the great man, Nokka. Olympian, Americas Cup sailor, round the World racer! One of the most respected men in our sport, but also one of the sports great characters. I did try to stop the chat getting too loose and failed. It is very funny and a lot of fun, but maybe not one for the youngsters. #anthony_nossiter #finnclass #americascup #theoceanrace #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #bar...

Published 1 February 2026 This week we try and make keel boat racing easier, cheaper, more fun and more appealing for all. After our ORC discussion (Episode 335) I had a phone call from an old mate, Brett Whitbread. He had some frustrations about IRC and handicapping systems in Australia, but rather than just whinge, he had some ideas to improve it. We run through these ideas this week and present them to the World. It could be a game changer. We are really interested to hear your thoughts. E...

Published 25 January 2026 This week we are all about the F18 Worlds starting in Perth WA. We discuss the venue, the competition and the class. We had four guests, Mark Parker, Gavin Colby, Bevin Grimes and Jeanette Kinsey. Four different views and approaches to F18 sailing. If you want to know more about this class, it will be a great ep for you. #f18international #f18worlds #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailing...

Published 18 January 2026 Last week we saw the big announcement from American Magic of their new training facility and their partnership with SailGP. American Magic state that they hope to help grow sailing through their efforts in Pensacola, so of course we reached out to our old mate Tyson Lamond, COO of American Magic to find out all about what is happening and there is plenty to discuss. Enjoy. #american magicteam #sailgp #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailin...

Published 11 Jan 2026 We kick the new year off with a rip snorter. We chat to Dylan Fletcher, the SailGP winning skipper from the Emirates Great Britain team. Dylan is an Olympic Gold medallist, Moth World Champion and Sail GP winning skipper. He is ticking all the major boxes a sailor would like to tick. In the discussion, if you listen closely, you can pick up on his process which has led him to so much success. Plus we try and talk about as many championship events as we can. There is so m...

Published Evening 30 December 2025 Our eighth and final sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yachts #saillife #instayacht #sailingblog #instasail

Published Evening 29 December 2025 Our seventh sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yac...

Published Morning 29 December 2025 Our sixth sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yacht...

Published Evening 28 December 2025 Our fifth sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yacht...

Published Morning 28 December 2025 Our fourth sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yach...

Published Evening 27 December 2025 Our Third sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yacht...

Published Morning 27 December 2025 Our Second sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yach...

Published 26 December 2025 evening Our first sked for this years Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. We discuss all the news, strategy and goings on for the great race and are publishing around 11.30am AEDT, and 18.30 AEDT each day. #officialrolexsydneyhobart #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #extremesailing #foils #yacht #yacht...

Published 21 December 2025 We hit you with our thoughts last week regarding the Sydney to Hobart. This week we talk to two of our favourite sailors who are heading South - Tony Mutter on Law Connect and Mark 'Squark' Bradford on Skallywag. They give us their insights into the big race and we revisit our predictions from last week. Enjoy! #officialrolexsydneyhobart #asklawconnect #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsai...

Published 14 December 2025 This week, it's the episode all the Sydney to Hobart bookmakers wait for, our S2H savant BP makes his race forecasts. We go in depth on the big race, look at the weather, the fleet and make out assessments. We will get some outside views, but this week it's all us. Enjoy! #officialrolexsydneyhobart #capel_sound_invitational #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #...

Published 7 December 2025 This week we weigh into the ORC XR41 controversy. After winning the ORC Worlds the ORC's technical committee have imposed a 10sec per mile handicap on the design. Well that is what we have been hearing, but what actually is the case? We reached out to two designers, (Britt Ward VP -Farr yacht design and Nicolas Goldenberg Director and Designer Morfrac) currently working on a brand new ORC boat to find out what is going on and what it all means. Let us know your thoug...

Published 30 November 2025 This week we focus in on the 18' Skiff season. We talk to the skipper of the shiniest new boat, (Shaw and Partners) Keagan York. Keagan is a longtime stalwart of the Sydney sailing scene. A classic yacht club kid, whose passion for sailing hasn't waned. Keagan is also a fixture in the Moth class and part of the Riley fittings family. We chat about the skiff scene, the Moth scene and that other stretch of water in Sydney, Botany Bay. Lots of fun was had. Enjoy. #18sk...

Published 23 November 2025 The week we talk Formula Kite Foiling. We sit down with Olympian Breiana Whitehead and ask all the dumb questions. It is a full bore sport which we haven't done, and so we were like kids in the candy store trying to learn. It was a lot of fun. Enjoy! #kiting #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sailingworld #ex...

Published 16 November 2025 It's SailGP final time again, so it is time for us to review the season, talk about the upcoming final and also reveal a few bits of news. If you are interested in SailGP this ep. will give you all the knowledge of what has been happening behind the scenes. Enjoy. #sailgp #disrupta_ #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconversations #worldsailingofficial #sailing #boat #ocean #sport #voile #sail #sea #offshore #sailors #sa...

Published 9 November 2025. This week we talk about how to grow sailing. We talk to Malcolm Page, former club sailor, former Olympian, Gold medallist and World Champion and now CEO of Australian Sailing. Mal has just spent weeks meeting with clubs around Australia. We asked the key messages he received, and what ideas and goals Australian Sailing formulated. There were several key discussion points. If you love sailing, wherever you are based in the world and want to see it grow, this episode ...

Published 2 November 2025 This week we discuss the iconic Australian sailing class The Sharpie. The Sharpie is a fantastic class that is very popular. The combination of a three person crew, close racing, fun regattas and affordability make it very appealing. And with their Nationals in Port Lincoln and each of us having sailed them, we couldn't resist. It was a lot of fun. Enjoy! #flysharpie #transatcafelor #vaikobi #vaikobisail #radixnutrition #barkarate #sailingpodcast #barkarateconv...

Published 26 October 2025 This is a massive episode, so much to cover. First we chat to Andrea Davey as she starts her campaign for the 2027 Mini Transat. Another young sailor who is risking it all for her shot. Then we chat to Sarah Desmond from Final Final, to get the other side of boat ownership. And then we chat to Suellen Hurling from Live Sail Die to follow up on the PIC Coastal Classic in NZ. Enjoy! #andrea.davey #laminitransat #finalfinalracing #livesaildie #piccoastalclassic #vaikobi...